Michael Rasmussen, the Detroit Red Wings center, has been dealing with an upper-body injury that’s kept him out of the lineup. Coach Derek Lalonde provided an update on Rasmussen’s health, stating that he’s still in the “day-to-day” range and won’t be available for the next game against the Capitals.¹
Rasmussen suffered the injury a week ago in Tampa, and while he’s making progress, his upper body isn’t yet fully ready. The coach noted that Rasmussen has plenty of lower-body energy, but they need to ensure he’s fully recovered before returning to play.
In related news, goalie Ville Husso is nearing a conditioning stint in Grand Rapids, which will help him regain his form after a long injury layoff.² Meanwhile, defenseman Jake Walman is battling a lingering injury but will be available for the next game.
Michael Rasmussen, the Detroit Red Wings center, has been dealing with an upper-body injury that’s kept him out of the lineup. The good news is that he’s expected to play Monday against the San Jose Sharks.¹
Rasmussen has been making progress in his recovery and was a full participant in Monday’s morning skate after leaving Saturday’s contest with an injury. He’s been productive lately, scoring four points in his last five games, including a goal and an assist in his last two games.²
In other news, Rasmussen has signed a four-year, $12.8 million contract extension with the Detroit Red Wings. He’s been playing a physical game, with 55 hits and 23 blocked shots in 31 appearances this season.
As for his performance this season, Rasmussen has six goals, six assists, and a plus-4 rating in 31 games. He’s been bouncing around the lineup, playing on the third and fourth lines, but has seen increased ice time in recent games.
Michael Rasmussen, the Detroit Red Wings center, was injured after scoring an empty-net goal in a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.¹ He was being evaluated after the contest and seems to be okay, but his status for the next game was uncertain. However, it’s been reported that Rasmussen will play in San Jose on Monday.²
Rasmussen has been dealing with various injuries throughout his career. He previously suffered a knee injury that kept him out for the remainder of the 2022-23 season. He’s also been placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury and has missed games due to illness and lower-body injuries.
Despite these setbacks, Rasmussen has shown promise as a player. He’s signed a four-year, $12.8 million contract extension with the Detroit Red Wings and has been productive in his games, scoring goals and providing assists.³
*Recent Game Performance:*
– Rasmussen scored an empty-net goal in a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, but was injured in the process.
– He played 14:11 time-on-ice in a 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, but suffered an upper-body injury.
– Rasmussen has four points (2G / 2A) in 16 games this season, averaging 12:24 time-on-ice.
